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0
Wayne St. (NE) WSC (6-6-5, 5-4-4)
2
Winner Minot St. MSU (9-3-4, 7-3-3)
Wayne St. (NE) WSC
(6-6-5, 5-4-4)
0
Final
2
Minot St. MSU
(9-3-4, 7-3-3)
Winner
Score By Periods
Team 1 2 F
Wayne St. (NE) WSC 0 0 0
Minot St. MSU 0 2 2

Game Recap: Women's Soccer |

Minot State clinches playoff spot with 2-0 win over Wayne State

MINOT, ND – Minot State Women's Soccer continued their impressive season with a 2-0 victory over Wayne State (NE) on Sunday (Nov. 3) at Herb Parker Stadium. With this win, the Beavers boosted their overall record to 9-3-4, including a 7-3-3 mark in NSIC play.

How It Happened
After a scoreless first half, Minot State broke the deadlock in the 47th minute. Mia Lewis, finding the net for her first goal of the season, made the critical breakthrough with an assist from Maria Pacheco Martinez. This game-winner was a defining moment, as Lewis' goal officially secured Minot State's playoff position.
Just two minutes later, Anna Miotto capitalized on the team's momentum, netting her fifth goal of the season in the 49th minute to extend the Beavers' lead to 2-0. From there, Minot State's defense stood strong, preventing any late rallies from Wayne State.

Game Notes

  • Goalkeeper Performance: Siriana Gudino made four crucial saves, holding the Wildcats at bay with a solid performance between the posts.
  • Offensive Pressure: Minot State kept the pressure on, tallying nine shots on goal and maintaining an attacking presence throughout the match.
  • Discipline: The Beavers remained resilient, only receiving one yellow card during the game, while showing impressive control and tenacity.
  • Team Defense: Anchored by Elsa Duquesne and Morgan Ortrowski, Minot State's backline played a pivotal role in securing their seventh shutout of the season.

Coach's Comments
Head Coach T.J. Perez praised the team's collective effort:
"The team did very well this weekend. The energy today was unbelievable from everyone. There was a great determination, and the biggest impact this weekend was our Effort, Attitude, and Discipline. Mia Lewis had an incredible game, scoring her first goal, which was also the game-winner and playoff-clinching goal. Manuela Pacheco's setup for the penalty kick was key, and Maria Pacheco's assist on the first goal was brilliant. Both of them demonstrated strong work rates and consistency. Additionally, Elsa Duquesne and Morgan Ortrowski were stellar on the back line, securing this critical shutout."

With momentum building, Minot State will aim to carry this energy into their upcoming match as they prepare for postseason play.
 

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